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Old Dec 27, 2002 | 06:59 AM
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Default Chip Considerations - your input needed

Been reading about chips and researching APR, GIAC, and Neuspeed. Just saw a great article linked to an October thread re: GIAC. I don't really follow how this chip could help my lead-sled 1.8T get off the line any faster. I am happy with the highway cruising abilities of the car but man, it sure does feel like a dog with no get up and go when at a stop. . . . .

Now check out this torque curve. Does the GIAC chip really produce *less* torque until about 3500rpm?

I like the convenience of the APR setup including both stock and chipped programs and, being a newbie, not thrilled about neuspeed flashing.

I'm looking for a little *boost* at the low end. (sorry, couldn't help myself . . . ) Please post your advice. . . . thx<ul><li><a href="http://www.overboost.com/whimages/68/thumbs/Torque_graph.gif">From Overboost</a></li></ul>
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Old Dec 27, 2002 | 07:39 AM
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Default What does the article say?

It was my understanding that the GIAC and APR chips will produce more torque at lower RPM than stock.
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Old Dec 27, 2002 | 07:57 AM
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Default Sorry, shoulda posted the full article.

Great write up with informative pics. . .<ul><li><a href="http://www.overboost.com/whats_hot.asp?id=68">GIAC Install</a></li></ul>
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Old Dec 27, 2002 | 08:20 AM
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check out MTM and O.CT before you buy, MTM on Hoppen's website , O.CT on Stratmosphere
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